When
Friday, October 16, 2026
Doors Open at 5:30 PM
Where
St. Mary’s Catholic Parish Center
El Centro, CA
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Event Starts In
Featured Speaker: Dr. Karlo Broussard
Dr. Karlo Broussard is the Director of Apologetics for Catholic Answers and one of today’s most dynamic Catholic speakers. A native of Southern Louisiana, he travels throughout the country presenting engaging talks on apologetics, Scripture, theology, and philosophy.
Karlo is a regular guest on Catholic Answers Live and a frequent contributor to Catholic Answers Magazine Online. He also teaches philosophy and apologetics at the university level and holds advanced degrees in theology and philosophy, including a doctorate in philosophy.
Known for his clarity, enthusiasm, and genuine love for God, Karlo communicates the truths of the Catholic faith in a way that is thoughtful, accessible, and inspiring.
catholic.com/profile/karlo-broussard
Catholic Answers Live Host: Cy Kellett
Cy Kellett is the host of Catholic Answers Live, the nationally recognized call-in radio program devoted to Catholic apologetics and evangelization. With warmth, humor, and genuine concern for every caller, Cy helps listeners explore the Catholic faith and find thoughtful answers to life’s most important questions.
Before joining Catholic Answers, Cy hosted The Bright Side with Cy Kellett on Immaculate Heart Radio. He also spent more than a decade as editor of The Southern Cross, the newspaper of the Diocese of San Diego. Earlier in his life, he taught high school and served people experiencing homelessness and mental illness while living in a Catholic Worker house.
Known for his humility, insight, and approachable style, Cy communicates the faith with honesty, compassion, and joy.
catholic.com/profile/cy-kellett
Featured Speaker: Dr. Karlo Broussard
Dr. Karlo Broussard is the Director of Apologetics for Catholic Answers and one of today’s most dynamic Catholic speakers. A native of Southern Louisiana, he travels throughout the country presenting engaging talks on apologetics, Scripture, theology, and philosophy.
Karlo is a regular guest on Catholic Answers Live and a frequent contributor to Catholic Answers Magazine Online. He also teaches philosophy and apologetics at the university level and holds advanced degrees in theology and philosophy, including a doctorate in philosophy.
Known for his clarity, enthusiasm, and genuine love for God, Karlo communicates the truths of the Catholic faith in a way that is thoughtful, accessible, and inspiring.
catholic.com/profile/karlo-broussard
Catholic Answers Live Host: Cy Kellett
Cy Kellett is the host of Catholic Answers Live, the nation’s premier Catholic call-in radio program. A former high school teacher and Catholic Worker volunteer, Cy brings a unique blend of compassion and clarity to his ministry. He spent over a decade as editor of The Southern Cross, San Diego’s diocesan newspaper, and previously hosted The Bright Side on Immaculate Heart Radio.
Cy’s first book, A Teacher of Strange Things, introduces readers to the radical person of Jesus Christ, especially for those who have drifted from the faith. Known for his humility, insight, and approachable style, Cy continues to evangelize with honesty, humor, and heart. He and his wife, Missy, have three children.
Past Dinner Highlights
2026 JP2 Catholic Radio Benefit Dinner
Friday, October 16, 2026
Join JP2 Catholic Radio for a memorable evening of faith, fellowship, and celebration at St. Mary’s Catholic Parish Center in El Centro.
The evening features Dr. Karlo Broussard, Director of Apologetics for Catholic Answers, together with Catholic Answers Live host Cy Kellett.
Enjoy dinner, inspiring Catholic conversation, and joyful fellowship while supporting JP2 Catholic Radio’s mission to share the truth, beauty, and fullness of the Catholic faith throughout the Imperial Valley and beyond.
Doors open at 5:30 PM.